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Teaching Assistant SEND

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Sector

Education

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Job Type

Contract

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Salary Range

Unspecified

Description

Axcis Education is delighted to be recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants for a large and well-established SEND school in Blackburn due to start in September 2026. We have both full-time and part-time Teaching Assistant jobs available, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced SEN professionals or those with a background in care who are looking to move into education.

Working hours are typically 9:00am–3:00pm, with a limited number of positions available from 8:30am–3:30pm. For successful candidates, there is the opportunity to secure a permanent contract with the school.

SEND Teaching Assistant Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils aged 4 to 19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). You will primarily work with children and young people with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Severe Learning Disabilities (SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)
• Complex additional needs

This role involves providing both educational and personal support, including personal care, making it ideal for candidates with previous experience in care work, support work, healthcare, or special education.

About the School

This highly regarded SEND school in Blackburn was rated 'Good' by Ofsted and offers an inclusive, supportive environment where pupils can thrive.

The school benefits from:
• Small class sizes, typically fewer than 10 pupils
• Self-contained classrooms with outdoor learning spaces
• Breakout rooms for emotional regulation and sensory needs
• Small classroom kitchens
• Excellent sensory facilities and specialist resources
• Good public transport links
• Free on-site parking

Requirements
To be successful in this SEND Teaching Assistant position, you should have:
• Experience working in a special school, SEN setting, or care environment
• Knowledge of SLD, PMLD, autism, and complex learning needs
• Experience supporting children or adults with additional needs
• Experience or training in PECS, Makaton, hoisting, or moving and handling (desirable)
• A willingness to provide personal care
• A proactive, caring, and positive attitude
• Excellent reliability and consistency

Salary & Benefits
• Pay from £14.25 per hour
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Potential for permanent employment
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with SEND
If you're passionate about supporting children with special educational needs, have experience in education, care, or support work, and are looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant job in Blackburn, we'd love to hear from you

Apply today with Axcis Education and take the next step in your SEND career.

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